City of Howard bids, RFPs and contracts
South DakotaPop. 838 · cityofhoward.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Jul 13, 2026
- 4 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 916
- 363 vendors
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6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Howard's meetings, most in capital projects and public works. The latest, from Jul 13: City Advertising for Bids for Apartment Building Demolition.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Infrastructure & Maintenance.
Latest awards: Brosz Engineering for council to Act on Brosz Engineering Pay Application (Aug 2026) and Kingbrook Rural Water for kingbrook Rural Water Service Payment Approved ($17,488.70, Jul 2026).
6 pre-RFPs tracked at City of Howard. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Howard's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Howard has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Howard buys from, taken from council records. 916 contracts with 363 vendors.
Questions about City of Howard
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Howard?
City of Howard currently works with 363 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with City of Howard?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (18), Public Works (18), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (15), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does City of Howard publish RFPs?
City of Howard publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from City of Howard. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Howard?
At City of Howard, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does City of Howard spend the most on?
Based on 71 tracked contracts, City of Howard spends most on Capital Projects (18), Public Works (18), Infrastructure & Maintenance (15), Administration & Finance (13), and Parks & Recreation (7). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Howard's current vendors?
City of Howard currently works with vendors including BROSZ ENGINEERING, KINGBROOK RURAL WATER, DORNBUSCH, HEIDI, RUDEBUSCH REESE, CENTRAL ELECTRIC, WESCO, RUSTY’S FOOD STORE, COLONIAL LIFE, and HOWARD FARMERS CO-OP. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, OTHER, SUPPLIES, and FOOD_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
How many active solicitations does City of Howard have?
City of Howard currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (18), Public Works (18), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (15). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.